Product Description
The CMT PGD-1 Adjustable Precision Router Dado Jig is a professional-grade routing accessory engineered to help woodworkers craft clean, accurate dadoes, grooves, and joints of virtually any width using a standard hand router. Designed for use with routers equipped with a 1-3/16 in. (30mm) bushing or a universal router base, this all-in-one jig delivers repeatable, professional results across hardwood, softwood, plywood, and MDF. Whether you are cutting shelf dadoes in a cabinet carcass or routing precise joints in furniture components, the PGD-1 gives you the control and consistency that demanding woodworking projects require.
Key Features
- Fully Adjustable Dado Width - the adjustable gauge lets you dial in any dado width and make multiple router passes, so you are not limited to a fixed set of sizes and can fit any panel or shelf thickness precisely.
- Smooth Rolling Steel Rollers - steel rollers allow the router to glide along the jig with consistent, controlled movement, reducing the chance of tearout or drift that can ruin a workpiece.
- Bushing Template Guides Included - the jig ships with bushing template guides sized for the standard 1-3/16 in. router bushing, so you have everything needed to guide your router accurately without additional guide purchases.
- Compatible with 1-3/16 in. (30mm) Bushing or Universal Router Base - broad router compatibility means this jig works with a wide range of hand routers already in your shop, protecting your existing tool investment.
- All-in-One Design for Grooves, Dadoes, and Joints - a single jig handles multiple routing applications, reducing the number of specialized fixtures you need to own and store.
- Recommended for Use with PGC Straight Edge Clamps - pairing the PGD-1 with compatible straight edge clamps (sold separately) locks the jig securely in place for even more precise, repeatable results across long workpieces.
Why This Product
- Woodworkers who need dadoes in non-standard widths no longer have to stack chisels or improvise - the PGD-1 adjustable gauge accommodates any target width through controlled multiple passes with the same router bit.
- The steel roller system keeps your router tracking smoothly and squarely through the cut, which is critical when working with materials like plywood or MDF where tearout is a common frustration.
- Because the jig includes bushing template guides for the standard 1-3/16 in. bushing, you can set up and start routing dadoes and grooves right away without hunting for additional accessories.
- The jig's versatility across groove routing, dado routing, and joint routing in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and MDF makes it a practical single investment for a wide range of cabinetry and furniture projects.
Specifications
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Order Number: PGD-1
- Type: Adjustable Precision Router Dado Jig
- Router Compatibility: Routers with 1-3/16 in. (30mm) bushing or universal router base
- Center Hole: For router diameter up to 3/4 in.
- Country of Origin: Made in Italy
Approved Applications
- Dado Routing
- Groove Routing
- Joint Routing
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials can the PGD-1 be used on?
The PGD-1 Adjustable Precision Router Dado Jig is compatible with hardwood, softwood, plywood, and MDF, making it suitable for a broad range of cabinetry, shelving, and furniture applications.
Does the PGD-1 work with my existing hand router?
The jig is compatible with routers equipped with a 1-3/16 in. (30mm) bushing or a universal router base. The center hole accommodates a router diameter up to 3/4 in. Check your router's bushing size before purchasing to confirm compatibility.
How do I cut dadoes wider than a single router bit pass?
The PGD-1 features an adjustable gauge that lets you set any target dado width. You simply adjust the gauge and make multiple passes with your router to reach the desired width, giving you complete control over the final dimension without being locked into a fixed bit size.
Is a straight edge clamp included with the PGD-1?
Straight edge clamps are not included with the PGD-1. CMT recommends pairing this jig with PGC Straight Edge Clamps (sold separately) to secure the jig firmly to your workpiece for the most accurate dado and groove results.
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